Joined: Oct 2018
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From: Columbus, OH
Bikes: Pake C'Mute Touring/Commuter Build, 1989 Kona Cinder Cone, 1995 Trek 5200, 1973 Raleigh Super Course FG, 1969 Raleigh Superbe, 1986 Miyata Nine : 1960/61 Montgomery Ward Hawthorne "thrift" 3 speed, by Hercules (sold), 1966 Schwinn Deluxe Racer (sold)
Some 91% rubbing alcohol also cleans the grips of that residue. Just a caveat, some mtb grips are supposed to feel tacky, and cleaning them off crud buildup can make them tackier.